Job Description

We are currently recruiting for part time admin assistants to work for one of our local government departments based in Durham city centre. This is a great opportunity for anyone wanting to develop or further their career within admin or local government.

Key Responsibilities may include:

" To provide administrative support to the operational command unit in delivering a range of services.
" To co-ordinate and move applications, letters and files within
" To record file movements and application data through input
" To maintain pigeon holes, filing in strict alphabetical order.
" To link incoming queries with relevant application forms / case files and pass to officer for processing.
" To ensure that scheduled daily tasks are identified and actioned.
" To correctly despatch correspondence to customers including appropriate enclosures and using correct mail services.
" To data input and print passport books.
" To undertake post opening duties.
" Maintain security and confidentiality at all times
" To work flexibly and provide support to other operational colleagues / areas as required
" To take responsibility for one`s own attendance, performance and personal development


This is a 6 - 9 month position and you will be working in their new offices based along the river in Durham City centre. Part time hours are evening shifts Monday to Friday and day shifts on a Saturday and Sunday. Normal working pattern is 5 days per week which could include Saturday and Sunday. Overtime is available for additional hours and weekends worked (if the Saturday and Sunday is not part of your rota).

Standard pay rate will start at £7.83 and rise to £8.72 after 12 working weeks

If you are interested in working within a government department and are interested in this role, please apply below.